It’s not just Geoff Keighley that’s been hyping up the event, either. Hardware marketing guru John Koller got in on the action on Twitter, informing followers that there would be “major PS4 game announcements” during the broadcast. Meanwhile, SCEE suit Tony Clark joined in on the fun, posting the following cryptic comment: “Major PS4 game announcements, you say?” He concluded the message with a winking face. We’re sure that the infuriatingly ambiguous Tweets are only going to continue over the coming days.

But does dropping a bomb or two on the eve of the next generation console’s release even make sense? It’s an unusual strategy, as the majority of people that ordinarily pay attention to these kinds of events will no doubt be waiting in line to pick up their shiny new platforms. However, with the broadcast set to be shot in New York City, that will only really affect the East Coast; those in the West Coast and Europe will be free to watch the action unfold without any major distractions. Furthermore, the atmosphere outside stores will no doubt be electric regardless, but the reaction to a big announcement would make priceless footage for subsequent mainstream news reports on the system’s release.

So, what else could there possibly be that would get people excited? Well, the language on the PlayStation Blog specifically mentions that there will be “announcements about the PS4 games that will define 2014”, suggesting that the reveals may revolve around titles that we already know about. We wouldn’t be surprised in the slightest if inFAMOUS: Second Son got a new trailer and release date, giving new system owners a fresh date to look forward to. We also suspect that Ready at Dawn will deploy The Order: 1886’s first gameplay footage, following on from last month’s Game Informer cover story.

It’s always worth tempering your expectations a touch in these kinds of scenarios, as unreasonable anticipation can lead to unnecessary disappointment. Nevertheless, Shuhei Yoshida’s contrary comments on the subject aside, we reckon that it’s pretty clear that the platform holder has a handful of announcements lined up for next week’s livestream. The big question is: what would you most like to see make the schedule?

Is your body ready for another night of PS4 premieres? Is there anything in particular that you’d like to see unveiled for Sony’s next generation system? Are you keeping your expectations in check? Freak out in the comments section and poll below.

Which of the following would you most like to see announced? (55 votes)

The next game from Naughty Dog or Sony Santa Monica would sure be swell

62%

I’m eager to see even more indie titles from a selection of smaller studios

7%

Give me a release date for inFAMOUS: Second Son and I’ll be ecstatic

13%

I wouldn’t be able to contain my hype if we got gameplay for The Order: 1886

@Legendaryboss That's actually a very, very pertinent point. That was after PS Vita TV was announced, though, so he wasn't really lying there. Still, Yoshida's comments seem at odds with everyone else on this one. There will definitely be something.

While I want to see at least one big new game (the rumored FF-esque JRPG from Japan Studio or the rumored WRPG from Gureilla games). Mostly i'd like to see more info about all the already announced games.

@Sony_70 I've heard rumors that Guerrilla is secretly working on Heavenly Sword 2 or some kind of Fantasy RPG. Regardless of what they're doing, I'm overhyped to find out what it is, even if we won't be seeing it for a while.

I'd also like to hear that Sony Bend or London Studio is working on a Vita game and I'm sure that whatever Japan Studio is working on will be legendary.

@Sanquine Lol That is true. Not for me though. I love a challenge. I have only 5 trophies left to Platinum it, i lost my game save which annoyed me. >.< I'm thinking about re-playing it though to get it.

To be honest I think they should actually force a big announcement if one isn't planned. Defusing all this hype would be a mistake. Even something like a promotion such as for the next 24 hours PS+ will be $1 for a one year subscription (with stacking limit, like one new one) at the very least.

A big announcement like SSM or Naughty Dog title would be ideal, but they have to do something either way. Definitely best if they at least tease a new AAA. Also, some footage of SS and 1886.

Also, they should make the production awesome. Maybe have tapped Quantic Dream for some cool realtime CGI etc.

They are likely to rehash stuff for the sake of casuals, but they should remember that hardcore gamers are going to be glued to this thing, you have to wow people. Make people literally say "wow!"

I'd love for an announcement to be made about ND's or Santa Monica's next game but yeah, it would make little to no sense to do this, on launch day no less. I'm going to a midnight, getting my system, heading home, hooking the PS4 up and then sinking a ton of hours into Killzone: Shadow Fall, AC IV and Injustice. It makes more sense to save the big reveals for the VGAs, and then the bigger conventions like E3 and TGS.

I'm more hyped for darksouls ll on ps3 than anything else on any other system other than that destiny looks great so far along with killzone I'll probably pick up a ps4 when destiny comes out, well that's my plan so far unless some crazy good RPG or something comes out beforehand

@Carl-G It'd be good if Sony waitied till they had enough to show for those studio's games though and didn't announce them too early we all know they're coming but timing is crucial. Id prefer to not have a repeat of Microsofts Halo5 when its announced at E3 this year, with no gameplay footage, yet isn't due till late 2014 at the earliest. My hype's already died for that.

Really hoping they announce a ton of new games/release dates on the stream. Unfortunately i'll be working the midnight launch at Gamestop that night, but would love to here about all the big announcements the next day!

Ok first of all a sequel to an existing IP isn't great news. It's the logical thing. Updates on existing games are also expected. Now announcing a new IP, now that would be exciting, that would be great news. Although now that I'm typing this, another title comes to mind that could make a huge splash. Monster Hunter for PS4/Vita. I know it has been denied time and again, but maybe it was all part of the plan. MM's new game could also make a splash as long as it's not LBP plus that rumoured Naughty Dog game. Only a few days left. Oh Quantic Dreams could also make an appearance... maybe.